American Horror Story Season 13: Ryan Murphy's Siren Song Finally Heard?
American Horror Story Season 13: The Siren Call We've Been Waiting For
American Horror Story is back for season 13! While the theme remains shrouded in mystery, it might just finally tackle that seriously enticing tease from Ryan Murphy, years in the making! AHS remains popular; a bonafide Horror Anthology success story– a hit from Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk that kept many on the edge of their seats. Each season brings different themes: haunted houses, asylums, creepy circuses– the whole spooky shebang. Although recent seasons haven't totally matched early success, that hasn't stopped AHS's massive fanbase from clamoring for the next installment!
The past few seasons delivered mixed results– that two-parter Double Feature, that 1980s AIDS storyline in NYC, and even that novel-based story in Delicate–were both exciting but also wildly different; delivering various approaches to telling those awesome horror tales, but did not completely match the success experienced prior, especially regarding its earlier years! However, season 13 might bring things full circle– or might end everything – and this provides another unique opportunity to consider. That is this season potentially concluding this incredible long run and it’s also this opportune moment for exploring a really unique theme previously established and hyped.
Ryan Murphy's Siren Poll: A Three-Year Wait Finally Over?
Remember 2021? Ryan Murphy posted that infamous poll on Twitter (now X), asking what should come next in AHS! Aliens (covered already!), a Christmas horror story, even the plague itself, were in contention; the top candidates were a somewhat shocking pair and these themes are mentioned later in this article – and then were narrowed down to a pair– and finally those final candidates got voted for. There's Bloody Mary and sirens and sirens were far ahead; it sounds so good; and after some controversy surrounding various thematic options– many issues surfaced when selecting an ideal option that didn't include problematic themes or simply uninteresting plots! These were ultimately passed over– yet it also created other moments where certain choices were made despite these criticisms, further illustrating the incredibly subjective nature in deciding what themes actually resonate.
Double Feature, NYC, and Delicate all ignored the winning theme! Yet a lot of potential remains: Bloody Mary had a brief stint in AHS: American Horror Stories! And as this article notes – the uncertainty around season 13's being the possible last installment means that many might also decide this is a prime opportunity to go full-circle.
Sirens vs. Mermaids: Why Sirens Are the Perfect Fit
This section provides that necessary background that clarifies why using sirens is an excellent choice and not mermaids–a point that’s sometimes confused by fans and critics alike. Both creatures are sometimes treated as identical concepts, due to name and visual overlaps but have some differences that make it clear they're different. Mermaids are classic water-dwelling half-human/half-fish creatures who are typically associated with things such as wrecks; also treated at times in gentler lights–they might like solitude and prefer being away from humankind.
Sirens however are deeply different: They're dangerous mythological beings who are a mixture of bird and woman and aren’t cute and harmless. They lure sailors with enchanting music which they eventually used to draw men toward them to deadly deaths via shipwreck! While mermaids fit that standard visual trope; sirens' evil side is a better choice for AHS!
It could incorporate more aquatic-based horror. Also that exploration of fantasy elements beyond those previously touched-upon earlier shows enormous creative potential. This shows just why they might prefer the creature’s depiction over that previously suggested version; although some viewers might favor Mermaids, especially due to visual factors, this is entirely an aesthetic decision, which also fails to convey exactly just what this entire theme represents: horror!
Other Potential AHS Season 13 Themes
Aside from sirens, there are other possible paths AHS can explore!
- Bloody Mary: Though done before, that terrifying character presents another story, given its prominence! A larger version or something extremely innovative might be explored later; the plot from American Horror Stories might still receive a further revision, making use of several plots which still resonate strongly within this show. The audience is still invested, demonstrating the possible appeal of that terrifying iconic horror image and this character specifically.
- Christmas Horror: This theme got some touches in Asylum (Leigh Emerson's unsettling story arc)! A bigger Christmas-themed horror narrative remains untapped, generating a uniquely festive and unsettling atmosphere rarely used within the Horror anthology universe, something particularly creative given the current success, making this possible.
- The Antichrist: Remember Apocalypse’s Antichrist? A lingering loose end! Could be perfect for that possibly final season finale!
Conclusion: Season 13: A Perfect Storm of Potential
AHS Season 13 has amazing possibilities; particularly concerning that highly speculated option surrounding Sirens that really does fit the tone, yet has that unique niche, something only really considered for this entire franchise now. There's still huge intrigue concerning this, and those audience members requesting more supernatural plots might still want more, but those kinds of discussions around potential storylines would add more excitement to future AHS seasons.
Whether it's sirens, Bloody Mary, or a whole new horror treat; AHS continues that compelling series through many unexpected choices; the sheer depth of material within a particular season, using these possibilities creatively helps demonstrate that the entire series maintains its incredible unique storytelling style, which could've otherwise ended its run. And that potential ending of Season 13 truly gives audiences all the greater incentive to want the entire creative production team to deliver something memorable that also helps solidify the impact across decades. Many viewers and fans of this particular series really want a definitive conclusion.
